Quality Engineer

Wabtec Careers; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bearward Engineering, a division of Wabtec UK Ltd in Northampton, seeks a Quality Engineer to promote quality culture and continuous improvement. You will maintain the Quality Management System, support customer/supplier concerns, and conduct process audits while aligning with ISO 9001 standards; Lean/Six Sigma experience is welcome.

Permanent, full-time role with regular hours; UK work authorization required; no visa sponsorship offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Quality Management or equivalent
• Quality role experience in manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 QMS
• Lean or Six Sigma experience preferred
• 8D/RCA/FMEA problem-solving knowledge
• Experience with CAPA and process improvement tools

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the Quality Management System and drive internal improvements
• Support customer and supplier concerns, new product introductions and product changes
• Conduct process audits across the business

Skills

Quality management

Lean/Six Sigma

CAPA/8D/RCA/FMEA

Problem solving

Quality software

Education

HNC/HND or Bachelor in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Quality

Tools

MRP systems

Quality management software

Job description

Who will you be working with?

A Division of Wabtec UK Ltd, Northampton-based firm Bearward Engineering manufactures radiators for the power generation industry and is currently recruiting for a Quality Engineer.

Role: Quality Engineer

Salary: £Competitive

Location: Northampton, (NN4 8HJ)

Hours: Monday to Thursday, 08:00am to 16:30pm, and Friday 08:00am to 15:30pm

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

How will you make a difference?

To promote a culture of excellence in quality, taking a proactive approach to solving quality issues, ensuring prompt investigation, root cause is established, and implementation of corrective preventive actions.

What will your typical day look like?

• Maintaining and improving the Quality Management System and supporting internal improvements and corrective actions.
• Being an integral part of the Quality to support customer and supplier concerns, new product introductions, and product changes.
• As part of the Quality team, you will conduct process audits in all areas of the business.

What do we want to know about you?

• HNC/HND or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Quality Management
• Experience in a quality role within a manufacturing environment (Preferably heavy or industrial manufacturing).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• ISO 9001 Internal Auditor qualification desirable but not essential.
• Experience in Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Hands‑on experience with problem‑solving methodologies – e.g., 8D, RCA, FMEA.
• Proficiency in quality software/tools – e.g., MRP systems and quality management software.
• Experience with Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) and process improvement initiatives.

If you don’t have all the above criteria don’t worry, we would still like to hear from you as we live our values always put people first, and strive to expand what is possible.

Legal authorisation to work in the UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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